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Now a certain woman named Lydia heard us. She was a seller of purple from the city of Thyatira, who worshiped God. The Lord opened her heart to heed the things spoken by Paul. [1 hour 2 minutes]

Andy responds to Biblical arguments annihilationists attempt to make against an eternal hell. [1 hour 6 minutes]

So Moses said to Pharoah . . . I know that you will not yet fear the Lord God. [1 hour]

Now when they had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia. [1 hour 7 minutes]

Andy responds to Biblical arguments annihilationists attempt to make against an eternal hell. [1 hour 5 minutes]

He who feared the word of the Lord among the servants of Pharaoh made his servants and his livestock flee to the houses. But he who did not regard the word of the Lord left his servants and his livestock in the field. [1 hour 5 minutes]

(2 Thessalonians 3:6-18) - In this section of his letter Paul would command the Thessalonians to take the next step - in dealing with a small group of unruly brethren who were expecting to be supported by the - local church. They were to be corrected and restored to normal fellowship when they returned - to living according to the traditions they had been taught. - [37 minutes]

And so Barnabas took Mark and sailed to Cyprus; but Paul chose Silas and departed, being 5commended by the brethren to the grace of God. [1 hour]

(2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5) - Paul expressed his thankfulness to God for their reception of the gospel which had changed - their lives in such significant ways. He encouraged them to be firmly established in the truths - that they were taught, so they would not be quickly shaken by false teaching. Paul also asked - God to strengthen them so that they would have the courage to carry out the commands given - to them by the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ. - [33 minutes]

(2 Thessalonians 2:1-12) - Paul confirms his original instruction to the Thessalonians that Christ could come - for church-age saints at any moment. The Day of the Lord cannot begin until after - the departure of the church and the appearing of the man of lawlessness, who is being - restrained by the Holy Spirit until God's appointed time. - A separate chart shows evidence for the identity of the Restrainer. - [48 minutes]

Andy responds to Biblical arguments annihilationists attempt to make against an eternal hell. [1 hour 5 minutes]

They took ashes from the furnace and stood before Pharaoh, and Moses scattered them toward heaven. And they caused boils that break out in sores on man and beast. [57 minutes]

(2 Thessalonians 1:1-12) - This session begins with the background for the second letter to the Thessalonians. - Paul again praised them for their faith in the midst of persecution, and he reassured - them that there will be just punishment for those who are afflicting them. - A separate chart shows the distinctions between the Rapture and the Second Coming. - [51 minutes]

When they had read [the letter], they rejoiced over its encouragement. [1 hour 5 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 5:12-28) - Paul began this final section of his letter by encouraging the brethren to respect and appreciate - the leaders who are accountable for the welfare of the church. As members of the family of God - they were to prop up the weak and bear with the failings of others in love. Their lives should be - characterized by rejoicing, prayer, and thanksgiving. - [46 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 5:1-11) - In chapter five Paul described the coming Day of the Lord before affirming that church-age saints - are not destined to experience that time of righteous wrath and divine judgment. - A separate chart is provided contrasting believers to unbelievers. - [39 minutes]

Then Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, each took his censer and put fire in it, put incense on it, and offered profane fire before the Lord, which He had not commanded them. So fire went out from the Lord and devoured them, and they died before the Lord. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on January 25, 2026. [54 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 4:13-18) - In this chapter Paul revealed new information about the coming of the Lord to gather church-age believers before - the time when God's righteous wrath is poured out in judgment upon a Christ-rejecting world. They were to take - comfort from these new truths about the resurrection of both living and deceased church-age saints. - Separate charts are provided: - 1) Distinctions between the Rapture and the Second Coming - 2) The Sequence of Events at the Rapture - [27 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 4:1-12) - Paul begins the main body of his letter by praising the Thessalonians' progress, - and then by addressing two areas of concern. - [34 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 3:1-13) - Paul completes the defense of his ministry and provides a glimpse into his emotional struggle - over his separation from them. He shares his immense joy at the good news from Timothy's report. - [28 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 2:1-20) - In this chapter Paul denies several of the accusations brought against him by his opponents, and - he shares the truth about the positive and righteous ways he conducted his ministry in Thessalonica. - A separate chart is provided showing each charge and Paul's answer in this chapter. - [44 minutes]

For it seemed good to the Holy Spirit, and to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things: that you abstain from things offered to idols, from blood, from things strangled, and from sexual immorality. [1 hour 1 minute]

(1 Thessalonians 1:1-10) - As Paul began his first letter to the Thessalonians he praised them for the dramatic changes in their lives. - Their new faith in Christ was clearly evident in their behavior and lifestyle. - [38 minutes]

The theology of Scripture opposes the idea that those in hell are annihilated. [58 minutes]

So the Lord did this thing on the next day, and all the livestock of Egypt died; but of the livestock of the children of Israel, not one died. [1 hour 6 minutes]

Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on January 18, 2026. [50 minutes]

In this session Steve introduces the apostle Paul's letters to the Thessalonians. - [28 minutes]

I judge that we should not trouble those from among the Gentiles who rare turning to God, but that we write to them to abstain from things polluted by idols, from sexual immorality, from things strangled, and from blood. [1 hour 2 minutes]

The theology of Scripture opposes the idea that those in hell are annihilated. [1 hour 2 minutes]

Pharaoh hardened his heart at this time also; neither would he let the people go. [1 hour 6 minutes]

Through Him we have received grace and apostleship for obedience to the faith among all nations for His name, among whom you also are the called of Jesus Christ. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on January 11, 2026. [51 minutes]

A discussion of passages indicating hell is an eternal experience. [1 hour 5 minutes]

We will go three days' journey into the wilderness and sacrifice to the Lord our God as He will command us. [1 hour 2 minutes]

For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free—and have all been made to drink into one Spirit. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on January 4, 2026. [49 minutes]

Andy introduces the recently-promoted view that Hell only lasts for a time. [1 hour 3 minutes]

I will make a difference between My people and your people. [1 hour 3 minutes]

Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?' or ‘What shall we drink?' or ‘What shall we wear?' . . . For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. Taught at Agape Bible Church on December 28, 2025. [40 minutes]

Jesus entered this world so that He, by the grace of God, might taste death for everyone. This presentation was given on December 21, 2025 at Sugar Land Bible Church in Sugar Land, Texas. [1 hour 11 minutes]

The Lord has anointed Me to preach good tidings to the poor; He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound. Taught at Agape Bible Church on December 21, 2025. [38 minutes]

Then the magicians said to Pharaoh, “This is the finger of God.” But Pharaoh's heart grew hard, and he did not heed them, just as the Lord had said. [1 hour 8 minutes]

Let it be according to your word, that you may know that there is no one like the Lord our God. [58 minutes]

The Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel. Taught at Agape Bible Church on December 7, 2025. [45 minutes]

Known to God from eternity are all His works. [1 hour 11 minutes]

In this session Steve shares about the glorified body that each believer will receive. [17 minutes]

You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on November 30, 2025. [54 minutes]

If you refuse to let them go, behold, I will smite all your territory with frogs. [1 hour 1 minute]

Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on November 23, 2025. [42 minutes]

Men and brethren, I am a Pharisee, the son of a Pharisee; concerning the hope and resurrection of the dead I am being judged! Video presentation is also available on Youtube and Rumble. [39 minutes]

Known to God from eternity are all His works. [1 hour 5 minutes]

Pharaoh turned and went into his house. Neither was his heart moved by this. [1 hour 7 minutes]

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on November 16, 2025. [50 minutes]